general problems of the 2005 Mazda RX8

Three problems related to power train have been reported for the 2005 Mazda RX8. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 06/18/2021

The steering wheel sometimes its hard to control sometimes its normal and when going fast the steering is so loose like there's a gaps that you need your two hands on the steering all time and the weels weigel at high speed 60mph. Its hard drive the car on the freeway and everyday use I already spend $2800 at the dealership get fix but never get fix the car no accident to be like that. Car has 80k mileage.

2 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 08/15/2014

Oil cooler coupling severely rotted to the point of failure (hoses looked fine just the coupling areas). Warranty will not cover parts and Mazda has recalled in canada (special service #76), which is 30 miles from my home but will not do anything to help me in the states. Repair cost is over $1300 for new lines.

3 Power Train problem

Failure Date: 06/27/2014

Clutch bracket snapped while at stop sign. Unable to get car into gear.


Other Power Train related problems of the 2005 Mazda RX8



RX8 Service Bulletins
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